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en-usCopyright 2015 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only.Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/30/drivemotion-animator-rear-window-middle-finger-video/http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/30/drivemotion-animator-rear-window-middle-finger-video/http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/30/drivemotion-animator-rear-window-middle-finger-video/#commentsFiled under: Etc., VideosHave you ever wanted to say what you mean to a fellow driver but couldn't? If a foul, one-fingered gesture is too limiting, the new Drivemotion Animator can open up your options. It's an electronic device with an LED-light screen that attaches to the rear window via a suction cup, displaying preset or custom messages and animations to get your point across to the driver behind you. The Animator's software is 75 percent complete, and it has a Kickstarter page to help fund bulk purchases of the materials needed to make it. Drivemotion will hold true to its pledge to build it if at least $20,000 is raised by Nov. 21.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsWed, 30 Oct 2013 08:29:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21012377/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2013/10/30/drivemotion-animator-rear-window-middle-finger-video/21012377/article-detail.xml21012377http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fo.aolcdn.com%2Fhss%2Fstorage%2Fadam%2Fdf703f97685c083cfb1fa811ecf1945d%2FDrivemotion-Animator.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fo.aolcdn.com%2Fhss%2Fstorage%2Fadam%2Fdf703f97685c083cfb1fa811ecf1945d%2FDrivemotion-Animator.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2012/10/18/hyundai-broadcom-to-equip-vehicles-with-built-in-ethernet/http://www.autoblog.com/2012/10/18/hyundai-broadcom-to-equip-vehicles-with-built-in-ethernet/http://www.autoblog.com/2012/10/18/hyundai-broadcom-to-equip-vehicles-with-built-in-ethernet/#commentsFiled under: Hyundai, Safety, Infotainment, TechnologyHyundai is the second manufacturer after BMW - having put its Flexray ethernet system into the X5 - to pledge to install Ethernet technology in its cars. This isn't a ploy to give you yet another place to work on those regional sales spreadsheets, it's about reducing vehicle complexity while making the cars and their systems more efficient. The Korean manufacturer will be doing so in conjunction with Broadcom, the U.S. firm having created the "one pair Ethernet" (OPEN) special interest group that now counts 81 members.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsfordford qualityfuturequalitySat, 09 Jul 2011 14:02:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21085660/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2011/07/09/report-imperfect-fuel-saving-tech-contributed-to-fords-fall-in/21085660/article-detail.xml21085660http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2011%2F01%2Fford-focus-c-max-detroit-auto-show.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2011%2F01%2Fford-focus-c-max-detroit-auto-show.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/23/report-renesas-electronics-to-restart-automotive-microchip-prod/http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/23/report-renesas-electronics-to-restart-automotive-microchip-prod/http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/23/report-renesas-electronics-to-restart-automotive-microchip-prod/#commentsFiled under: Plants/Manufacturing, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, JapanJapan's Renesas Electronics Corp. is moving up the restart date for automotive microchip production at its last inactive plant. The company says it should have operations back up and running at its Naka plant the week of June 15, a couple weeks earlier than its original estimate.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsentertainmentgadgetsin-carin-car entertainmentIn-carEntertainmentlifestylemoviespioneertechtechnologyFri, 26 Jun 2009 09:28:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21044188/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2009/06/26/pioneer-using-wimax-to-send-content-to-your-car/21044188/article-detail.xml21044188http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F06%2Fpioneer_wimax_mobl.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F06%2Fpioneer_wimax_mobl.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2009/04/30/report-honda-to-invest-in-pioneer-electronics/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/04/30/report-honda-to-invest-in-pioneer-electronics/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/04/30/report-honda-to-invest-in-pioneer-electronics/#commentsFiled under: Honda, Japan, TechnologyIn spite of Honda's $2.91 billion Q1 loss, the Japanese marque knows the investment show must go on, and it's reported to be finalizing a stake in Pioneer. The Japanese electronics maker is shutting down its home electronics division, which has been losing money for years, in order to focus on in-car electronics. After approaching Honda to inquire about a tie-up, Honda is looking to put several billion yen into the company for around a 5% stake (a billion yen is about $10 million U.S.). With in-car electronics a key component in the current automobile revolution, it could be very handy for Honda to have the inside track on developing proprietary systems with an electronics expert, especially if it can use that to maintain an advantage over other Pioneer-equipped OEMs.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>audioelectronicshondajapanPioneertechtechnologyThu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21045470/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2009/04/30/report-honda-to-invest-in-pioneer-electronics/21045470/article-detail.xml21045470http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F04%2Fpioneer_honda.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F04%2Fpioneer_honda.jpg Don't tell ME how to drive! - Next-gen Ford navigation system could have "emotions" ]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/10/em-dont-tell-b-me-b-how-to-drive-em-next-gen-ford-na/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/10/em-dont-tell-b-me-b-how-to-drive-em-next-gen-ford-na/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/10/em-dont-tell-b-me-b-how-to-drive-em-next-gen-ford-na/#commentsFiled under: Etc., Ford, TechnologyIn the near future, Ford vehicles may fire back a retort if you get cheesed off enough to yell at the car. According to the details of a patent filing, Ford is working on an Emotive Advisory System (EAS) that simulates emotions when interacting with occupants, and may also use an avatar to express itself.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsford navigationFordNavigationin car electronicsnavigation systemnavigation systemsTue, 10 Mar 2009 15:58:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21046615/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2009/03/10/em-dont-tell-b-me-b-how-to-drive-em-next-gen-ford-na/21046615/article-detail.xml21046615http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F03%2F001_fordnav_opt.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F03%2F001_fordnav_opt.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/20/mitsubishi-unveils-in-dash-blu-ray-player/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/20/mitsubishi-unveils-in-dash-blu-ray-player/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/20/mitsubishi-unveils-in-dash-blu-ray-player/#commentsFiled under: Mitsubishi, Gadgets, TechnologyMitsubishi Electric Corporation (MEC) wants to be able to offer a 1 DIN Blu-ray DVD player in the 2009 fiscal year. The unit, 1/3 the size of an at-home Blue-ray player, will not only fit in a standard dash slot but will also play BD-ROM, BD-R, and BD-RE discs.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blu-raydvdelectronicsgadgetsmitsubishitechtechnologyFri, 20 Feb 2009 07:01:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21047044/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2009/02/20/mitsubishi-unveils-in-dash-blu-ray-player/21047044/article-detail.xml21047044http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F02%2Fmitsubishi_brd_player2.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F02%2Fmitsubishi_brd_player2.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/08/ces-2009-garmin-eco-route-software-upgrade-promotes-fuel-effici/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/08/ces-2009-garmin-eco-route-software-upgrade-promotes-fuel-effici/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/08/ces-2009-garmin-eco-route-software-upgrade-promotes-fuel-effici/#commentsFiled under: Green, Emerging TechnologiesGarmin, one of the most well-known satellite navigation device manufacturers, has developed new software that can help motorists save gas. Announced at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) happening now in Las Vegas, the software, called ecoRoute, allows any Garmin nüvi user to select an new type of route called "less fuel." Then, using ecoRoute's Fuel Report, Mileage Report and fuel-saving tips, you can focus on fuel conservation en route. The software is customizable, and you can select your car type as well as enter your car's real fuel economy and gas prices. The software will then calculate also how much you could save by taking the eco-route. A similar service is available to Fiat drivers via a USB key. Full press release after the jump.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ceselectronicsfuel reportFuelReportgarminlas vegasLasVegasnuvismart drivingSmartDrivingThu, 08 Jan 2009 09:36:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21095580/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2009/01/08/ces-2009-garmin-eco-route-software-upgrade-promotes-fuel-effici/21095580/article-detail.xml21095580http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F01%2Fecoroutelogo.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F01%2Fecoroutelogo.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/07/californias-fastrack-toll-system-cant-be-trusted/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/07/californias-fastrack-toll-system-cant-be-trusted/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/07/californias-fastrack-toll-system-cant-be-trusted/#commentsFiled under: Etc., Gadgets, TechnologyFasTrak is an "electronic toll collection system" used in California. Once you set up an account, you get a transponder that simply debits your account balance whenever you pass through a toll booth. The system uses RFID technology to broadcast your account information to the toll booth receivers. According to Hack A Day, the system is anything but secure.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsgadgetstechtechnologyThu, 07 Aug 2008 16:58:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21051367/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2008/08/07/californias-fastrack-toll-system-cant-be-trusted/21051367/article-detail.xml21051367http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F08%2F1984519599_b451c88931_b_opt.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F08%2F1984519599_b451c88931_b_opt.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/21/audi-introduces-the-next-mmi/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/21/audi-introduces-the-next-mmi/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/21/audi-introduces-the-next-mmi/#commentsFiled under: Audi, Technology, SedanIf you're buying an A8 this year, prepare to spend a lot of time getting to know your new MMI system. We have consistently thought that Audi's buttons-and-knob interface is the best, and it looks like they've put an entire NASA team on the job of making it better. A seven-inch TFT screen with 800x400 resolution is now controlled by an 8-position joystick. Moving from one screen to another is done via "elegant crossfades," which sounds a bit PowerPoint-ish, but we'll wait until we see it to judge. And among other improvements, navigational maps can be rendered in "birds-eye perspective" 3D, with topographical map coloration. The only thing missing is the Encyclopedia Britanica. You can check out the exhaustive press release after the jump.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>audiaudi a8audi mmiAudiMmicar audioCarAudioelectronicsmminavinavigationsatnavMon, 21 Jul 2008 13:01:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21051746/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2008/07/21/audi-introduces-the-next-mmi/21051746/article-detail.xml21051746http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F07%2Faudi_mmi_2009.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F07%2Faudi_mmi_2009.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/19/drivers-may-surf-car-websites-while-driving/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/19/drivers-may-surf-car-websites-while-driving/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/19/drivers-may-surf-car-websites-while-driving/#commentsFiled under: Safety, Gadgets, TechnologyWe already know that in-car web browsing is on its way. Both BMW and Chrysler have already revealed that the feature is forthcoming in their vehicles, and more automakers are sure to follow. But telematics provider ATX Group is sticking its nose in to ensure that the web we're one day browsing in our cars is safe to use (read: no fun at all). ATX is working with a group called the Connected Vehicle Trade Association to push a standardized method for getting web content into automobiles. ATX is exploring ways to adapt the traditional web experience to meet the demands of the automotive environment, similar to the way mobile versions of websites target cellphone browsers, nevermind that the mobile web experience pales in comparison to surfing normal websites on a device like the iPhone, which works inside cars last time we checked. One idea is to target automobile surfing through implementation of a standard top-level domain, .car, which would house content specifically designed to work with the to-be-determined vehicular web standard.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsin car browserin car electronicsin car internetInCarBrowserInCarInternetnavigationnavigation systemnavigationsystemsMon, 19 May 2008 12:58:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21053028/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2008/05/19/drivers-may-surf-car-websites-while-driving/21053028/article-detail.xml21053028http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F05%2Fbmw_internet_opt_ab_450-op.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F05%2Fbmw_internet_opt_ab_450-op.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/10/smart-but-flawed-steering-wheel-navigation-screen/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/10/smart-but-flawed-steering-wheel-navigation-screen/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/10/smart-but-flawed-steering-wheel-navigation-screen/#commentsFiled under: Aftermarket, CES, Gadgets, TechnologyThe latest gizmo from Japan's Takata will tell you where to go, but not like those verbally abusive digital keychains from the '90s. The Takata CSW steering wheel is designed to interface with sensors in your vehicle and display different messages on an LCD screen in the 12 o'clock position. There are already lights and sirens to let you know if your door is ajar or the washer fluid is low, but the CSW wheel's best trick is that it will talk to the Navigon 7100 navigation system, should you have one. It's an interesting cross-brand lashup that is pushing the envelope of aftermarket integration.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsmotorsMon, 24 Mar 2008 10:24:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21099715/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2008/03/24/reader-question-why-dont-electric-motors-short-out-in-the-rain/21099715/article-detail.xml21099715http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F03%2Ftesla-motor.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fgreen.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2008%2F03%2Ftesla-motor.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/09/the-porsche-of-kitchens/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/09/the-porsche-of-kitchens/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/09/the-porsche-of-kitchens/#commentsFiled under: Etc., Porsche, GadgetsDrama in the kitchen is typically the result of some male/female dynamic, but Porsche Design has teamed up with Poggenpohl for a solution that might actually cost less in the long run when you get done factoring in the cost of chiropractor visits to fix your back after nights on the couch. Of course Porsche Design has done everything from hard drives to multihammers, not to mention shoes, watches, and everything in between, so a kitchen isn't such a big stretch. What better place to store that NeoPresso machine than in the P'7340 kitchen?

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsetcgadgetshomeporschePorsche DesignPorscheDesignTue, 09 Oct 2007 11:32:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21058029/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2007/10/09/the-porsche-of-kitchens/21058029/article-detail.xml21058029http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2007%2F10%2Fporsche_kitchen_450.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2007%2F10%2Fporsche_kitchen_450.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/02/mr-t-comes-to-tomtom/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/02/mr-t-comes-to-tomtom/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/02/mr-t-comes-to-tomtom/#commentsFiled under: Etc., First Drives, ClassicsIf your thing is paying to be verbally upbraided by a celebrity, Navtones has you covered. Novelty of novelties, you can now get celebrity voices for your TomTom satnav. I like the way the celebs will bust your chops if you miss a turn, or give you a verbal dope-slap to pay attention, but it might get old fast. If you've got $12.95 burning a hole in your pocket and a fascination with celebrity culture, Mr. T's dulcet instructional stylings can be yours. You can also choose from Burt Reynolds (no quotes from Smokey And The Bandit), Gary Busey, or Dennis Hopper. Amusing, yes, but we feel it's a grave omission to leave out the best nav voice ever, KITT, aka William Daniels (aka George Feeny from Boy Meets World).

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>electronicsin car electronicsmr. tnavnavigationtom tomTomTomTue, 02 Oct 2007 13:37:00 ESThttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/21058179/article-comments.xmlhttp://www.autoblog.com/feed/2007/10/02/mr-t-comes-to-tomtom/21058179/article-detail.xml21058179http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/376x212/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2007%2F10%2Fmrt.jpghttp://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/legacy_thumbnail/800x450/format/jpg/quality/85/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2007%2F10%2Fmrt.jpghttp://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/06/average-cars-have-2-000-worth-of-software-and-its-increasing-f/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/06/average-cars-have-2-000-worth-of-software-and-its-increasing-f/http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/06/average-cars-have-2-000-worth-of-software-and-its-increasing-f/#commentsFiled under: Safety, TechnologyNot so long ago cars and trucks were rather straightforward. Pretty much everything was mechanical, ignition systems had distributors, fuel systems had carburetors and suspensions had springs and dampers. The speedometer and odometer were driven by a cable that was twisted by a gear in the transmission. On the other hand, modern cars and trucks could not function without without software, and lots of it.